Author: Gale Group

Publisher: Gale Cengage

Published: 2000

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780787649319

The annual Worldmark Yearbook covers recent social, political and economic events worldwide. The 3-vol. set focuses on approximately 230 countries and territories and contains comprehensive features not found in comparable sources, including statistical surveys; detailed directories of political, social and economic entities; and a bibliography. Utilizing an intelligently organized and consistent format, the 3-vol. set offers easy access to dependable and comparative data. Volume 1 begins with an introductory essay that summarizes the major international events of the past year, detailing key events in politics, social issues, economics and the environment. Alphabetically organized country essays follow. Volume 3 concludes with a comprehensive directory of international organizations with brief descriptions and extensive contact information, including e-mail and Internet homepages as available. Access to Worldmark Yearbook 2000 Online is included free with every set, providing the same information as the print set accessible through easy-to-use, intuitive search options.